Energy Efficiency Grants for Nonprofits
Last updated October 4, 2026
Grantable tracks 347 active energy efficiency grants for nonprofits in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 1 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 148 list an award amount, with a median of $200K.
- Grants tracked
- 347
- from 185 funders
- Median award
- $200K
- middle half $20K–$1M
- Total listed funding
- $132.2M
- across 148 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 24
- 10 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| FY2027 Capital Project Capacity-Building Grant Program Commerce Open Grants/Loans/RFPs · State Oct 30, 2026 · Varies Grant program to help local governments, federally recognized tribal governments, and federally designated nonprofit organizations strengthen their capacity and advance viable capital projects that directly benefit overburdened communities… | |
| Capital Project Capacity-Building Grant Program Commerce Open Grants/Loans/RFPs · State Oct 30, 2026 · Varies FY2027 funding opportunity to help local governments, federally recognized tribal governments, and federally designated nonprofit organizations strengthen their capacity and advance viable capital projects that directly benefit… | |
| Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) - Summer Cooling Program Community Action Kentucky Inc · Foundation ~October · $50 – $600 Designed to help offset the cost of higher electric bills due to rising temperatures during summer months. The program is divided into two components: Subsidy and Crisis. | |
| Illinois Climate Pollution Reduction Grants: Small Utility Clean Energy Planning Grant Program - Fourth Round Finance Authority · State Nov 13, 2026 · Varies In July 2024, Illinois was announced as one of the recipients of an award under the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant program, created by the Inflation Reduction Act. | |
| Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) - Subsidy Component Community Action Kentucky Inc · Foundation ~December · Varies The Subsidy Component is designed to help low-income Kentuckians offset home heating costs. Benefits are paid directly to the primary fuel vendor in the form of a voucher. | |
| Illinois Climate Pollution Reduction Grants: Stretch Code Adoption Grant Application - Fourth Round Finance Authority · State Dec 31, 2026 · Varies In July 2024, Illinois was announced as one of the recipients of an award under the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant program, created by the Inflation Reduction Act. | |
| Higher Education Clean Energy Grant Program Maryland Energy Administration · State Not published · Varies Supports the adoption of on-site renewable energy technologies, the integration of strategic energy planning into operations and academic curricula, and the advancement of workforce development in the renewable energy sector at Maryland's… | |
| First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund Grants Government of British Columbia · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund (FNCEBF) supports Indigenous communities in British Columbia to engage in clean energy projects within their traditional territories. | |
| Parking Lot Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Canopy with Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Grant Program MD Energy Administration · State Not published · Varies | |
| Energy Technology Innovation Partnership Project: Coastal, Remote, and Island Community Technical Assistance Grant Alliance for Energy Innovation LLC · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Energy Technology Innovation Partnership Project (ETIPP) supports U.S. coastal, remote, and island communities in enhancing energy resilience through technical assistance. | |
| School Bus: Fleet Deployment RFP Grant The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $2.5M The School Bus Fleet Deployment Program by MassCEC provides essential funding and technical assistance to enhance electric school bus fleets. | |
| SECO Energy Foundation Grant Seco Energy Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The SECO Energy Foundation Grant aims to improve community quality of life through charitable initiatives. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, it supports educational, environmental, energy-related, veteran, public safety, and health projects. | |
| Flex Alert Grant Program Energy Upgrade California · Foundation Not published · Varies Applicants are invited to participate in a Microsoft Teams teleconference on the RFP where representatives will answer applicant questions.The date for the teleconference is indicated above as the due date for pre-proposalPlease submit… | |
| Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grants Maryland Energy Administration · State Not published · Varies The goal of MEA’s EECBG program is to help communities transition to a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy through planning activities for future projects that can help provide comprehensive community approaches to addressing the State’s… | |
| Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Arkansas Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program promotes the importance of trees and green spaces on college campuses, enhancing the livability and health of these environments. | |
| NYC Green Infrastructure Grant Program New York City Department of Environmental Protection · State Not published · $50K The NYC Green Infrastructure Grant Program offers funding for private property owners to retrofit their roofs with green roofs, aiming to manage stormwater runoff effectively. | |
| Tree Campus Higher Education Program: North Carolina Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, led by the National Arbor Day Foundation, encourages colleges to foster green spaces and community forests. | |
| 76West Clean Energy Competition Tompkins County Area Development Inc · Foundation Not published · $1M – $20M An unparalleled competition focused on growing entrepreneurs and attracting resources from the U.S. and around the world to build clean energy businesses and jobs in New York State's Southern Tier region. | |
| Pooled Loan Program State Not published · Varies Finances long-term capital projects undertaken by municipalities, school districts, and other districts. | |
| Cost Share for Federal Clean Energy Funding Opportunities-EPIC Program CA Energy Commission · State Not published · Varies The purpose is to provide cost share funding to applicants that apply for and receive one of the following: An award under an eligible federal Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) and meet the requirements of this solicitation, or… | |
| Silver Lights Fuel Fund of Maryland Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Launched in 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, this program provides specialized utility assistance for older adults (60+) and those with critical medical needs. | |
| GFO-24-310 - Retrofitting Existing Residential Buildings with Innovative Envelope Solutions (CA) Grant California Energy Commission · Foundation Not published · $250K – $2M The California Energy Commission is offering up to $10 million in funding for projects focused on retrofitting existing residential buildings with innovative envelope solutions. | |
| Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Program Alabama Clean Fuels Coalition · Foundation Not published · $4.1M – $4.1M Finance installation of electric vehicle charging stations to: | |
| Energy – Energy to Communities: Expert Match US Department of Energy · Federal Not published · Varies Provides free, short-term technical assistance to address near-term energy challenges and questions. The assistance is 40 to 60 hours over 3 to 4 months. |
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Energy efficiency grants for nonprofits by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 24 7%
- Upcoming date published
- 10 3%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 45 13%
- No deadline published
- 268 77%
Only 10 of these grants publish a date, too few to show a seasonal pattern.
Funders with the most open energy efficiency grants for nonprofits
- Maryland Energy Administration 26 open
- National Arbor Day Foundation 20 open
- The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) 15 open
- California Energy Commission 13 open
- New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) 7 open
- CA Energy Commission 6 open
185 funders have at least one open grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 347 active energy efficiency grants for nonprofits (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of October 4, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 16 listed amounts over $10M are left out, since they're usually program-wide totals rather than single awards.
About energy efficiency grants
Energy efficiency grants fund building retrofits, weatherization, electrification, and clean-energy programs for nonprofits, local governments, and community organizations. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is the primary federal funder, channeling its Weatherization Assistance Program through states, tribes, and roughly 700 local agencies, while DOE's Office of State and Community Energy Programs administers additional funding. These programs help organizations lower energy costs, improve building performance, and support clean-energy jobs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do energy efficiency grants for nonprofits award?
Of the 347 energy efficiency grants for nonprofits Grantable lists as of October 4, 2026, 148 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $200K, and the middle half fall between $20K and $1M. The largest is $8M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most energy efficiency grants for nonprofits?
By number of open listings, the most active funders are Maryland Energy Administration (26), National Arbor Day Foundation (20), The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) (15), California Energy Commission (13), and New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) (7). In all, 185 funders have at least one open grant in this category.
When are energy efficiency grants for nonprofits due?
Of 347 grants listed, 24 accept applications on a rolling basis, 10 have a published upcoming deadline, 45 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 268 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.
What energy efficiency grants are available?
Energy efficiency grants fund weatherization, building retrofits, HVAC and insulation upgrades, electrification, and clean-energy workforce programs. The DOE Weatherization Assistance Program is the largest federal source, reducing energy costs for low-income households through local agencies, and DOE state and community energy programs offer additional funding. State energy offices and utilities also administer efficiency rebates and grants.
Who funds energy efficiency projects?
The U.S. Department of Energy is the leading federal funder, distributing formula grants to all 50 states, the District of Columbia, tribes, and U.S. territories, which then contract with community action agencies, nonprofits, and local governments. State energy offices, regional utilities, and private foundations focused on climate and housing also fund efficiency work. Eligibility depends on the program — many flow through state or local administrators rather than direct federal awards.
How do nonprofits access weatherization and retrofit funding?
Many federal energy efficiency dollars reach nonprofits indirectly: DOE awards funds to states and tribes, which then contract with local agencies to deliver weatherization services. Nonprofits should connect with their state energy office or local community action agency to learn about sub-grant opportunities and income-eligibility rules. Some competitive DOE and foundation programs also fund nonprofit-led building retrofits and clean-energy initiatives directly.
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